Easy Access Springfield

The Inn at 835 Historic Hotel

Built in the early 20th century during the Arts and Crafts Movement, this historic inn combines comfort and charm with modern amenities. The Dana-Thomas House, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, is just around the corner and many other historic sites are also nearby. While the Inn at 835 has accessible parking, elevator access and accessible public areas including breakfast room, parlors and restrooms, guest rooms are not fully adapted for wheelchair users. Some rooms and suites may, however, meet the specific needs of some travelers with reduced mobility.

835 S Second St.(Cross Street: Lawrence Ave.)
Springfield, Il 62704
Direct Reservation Number: (217) 523-4466
www.innat835.com

Price Category: Mid-range
Smoke Free Property

1 wheelchair adapted room, 0 with roll-in shower

Wheelchair adapted room types

• Standard
• Non-Smoking
• 1 Bed (queen)

Reservations/Customer Service

• Block accessible rooms when reserved
• Reserve adaptive equipment in advance

Shuttle

• No shuttle provided

Parking/Loading Zone

• Accessible loading zone
• Private parking lot with designated accessible spaces
• Street parking
  • Reserved accessible space near Canedy St. entrance

Safety

• Written evacuation procedure for guest with disabilities
• Staff trained on how to evacuate guests with disabilities

Features for People with Service Animals

• Nearest grassy/dog relief area
  • Location—Front and side lawn

Features for People with Hearing Loss

• Strobe fire alarms in public areas/hallways
• Strobe fire alarms in restrooms
• Volume control on guest room phones
• Visual indicators in elevator
• Strobe fire alarms in all guest rooms

Features for People with Vision Loss

• Orientation to public areas/guestroom
• Elevator has audible indicators
• Height clearance at least 80"
• No undetectable protruding objects in path of travel
• Braille/Tactile Signage: elevator controls, hoistways, restrooms
• Interior Signage: large print, high contrast, non-glare
• Large print hotel information on request

Accessible Entrance

• Level entry
• Door has at least 32" clearance
• Threshold less than 1/2" beveled
• Easy grasp/lever handle or none
• Secondary Entrance
  • Side entries from Canedy St. and parking lot
• Canedy St. has elevator up to lobby level
• Parking lot entrance has enclosed lift to lobby level

Lobby/Reception

• Clip board for check-in
• Brochures in reach-54" max. for side approach
• Chair with arms

Assistive Equipment for Guests with Physical Disabilities

• Shower bench, portable

Accessible Facilities/Amenities

• Ice Machine
• Meeting rooms
• Breakfast room
  • Accessible tables
• Wine served in parlor every evening

Accessible Public Restroom

• Men's and Women's
• Location—Lower level meeting area
• Access symbol identifies facility
• Entry door at least 32" clearance
• Space in restroom to maneuver-5' by 5' or T-shaped space to turn
• Wheelchair stall 60" by 58"/60" minimum
• Stall door at least 32" clearance
• Stall door swings out or has clearance beyond door swing
• Grab bar behind and alongside toilet
• Lateral transfer space at least 30" wide
• Toilet height 17" to 19"
• Roll under sink with knee clearance at least 27" high and 30" wide
• Insulated sink pipes
• Mirror 40" or less from floor or tilted
• Towels/soap/vending within reach-48" or less from floor
• Faucet controls automatic or lever type
• Latch operable with closed fist
• Note
  • Restroom in breakfast room has less room to maneuver and no access symbol

Elevator

• Door clearance at least 36"
• Car size at least 54" x 80" with centered door or 54" x 68" with side door
• Elevator controls 54" or less

Guestroom 202&

• Room near elevator/lobby
• Standard

Guestroom Bed Type/Features

• One queen bed
• Open frame bed
• 36" space on at least one side of bed
• Bed Height 28"

Entry

• Door has at least 32" clearance
• Threshold less than 1/2" beveled
• Door weight 5 lb. max
• Maneuvering clearance inside door 18" minimum
• Notes
  • No peepholes in guestroom doors
  • Knob handles only

Guestroom Features

• Window Opens
• Light in reach of bed
• Lowered Controls: door locks, electric sockets, light switches
• Note
  • Limited space to turn/maneuver, path of travel less than 36"

Guest Bathroom

• Door has at least 32" clearance
• Door swings out/slides or has clearance beyond door swing
• Threshold less than 1/2" beveled
• Space to maneuver-5' by 5' or T-shaped space to turn
• Roll under sink with knee clearance at least 27" high and 30" wide
• Insulated sink pipes
• Faucet controls lever type
• Mirror 40" or less from floor or tilted
• Grab bar behind and alongside toilet
• Toilet height 17" to 19"
• Lowered amenities: hair dryer, towels
• Jacuzzi tub with seat
  • Adjustable, hand-held shower head
  • Controls are lever/easy grasp
  • No grab bars
• Note
  • Sink blocks lateral transfer

Other Guest Rooms

• The Rose Suite (#302) was also audited. It has a king bed, living room area, veranda and a bathroom with double jacuzzi and walk in shower. The latter has a 29" entry with a 3"-4" step. The toilet is not raised and has no grab bars.